Sunday, April 25, 2010

Yes, I missed a week of posting my menu last week. Yes, I know it's the first time I've missed in two years. Yes, I feel like a loser. But, I'm back! Last week just got too overwhelming for me. I had to present at the Missouri state library conference so I was gone from Saturday through Tuesday. On top of that, my son had a band contest, a band concert, a track meet, and state math contest in Columbia this weekend. It was a tough week, and yes, we had to eat out a lot because of no meal planning and pre-preparation that week. Even though I felt like a huge slacker, it was a great reminder to me why I always meal plan and pre-cook on the weekends. :)

This week is still full of activities, but that's what makes life interesting, right? Today are going to a friend's son's baptism and then I'm going to another friend's home party. Corey's last track meet is Monday, I teach a computer workshop on Tuesday and Corey has foreign language contest, I have three days of eMINTS trainings to teach this week, Eric's 40th birthday is Thursday, and Corey has state solo and ensemble contest in Columbia this weekend. So, we pretty much have something extra going on each night this week. This means that meal planning and pre-cooking on Sunday is essential if we want to avoid eating out every night. There are a couple of nights we won't have a choice, but I think I have a plan that will work so we only have to eat out twice.

Now that you know more than you ever wanted about my weekly schedule (I share it because I think it's important to see that even though we are all very busy, menu planning can still be accomplished!), here's the menu for the week. For more menu ideas, go to orgjunkie.com. Have a fabulous week!

Sunday, April 4, 2010

We had a wonderful Easter weekend as a family! The weather was warm and sunny, which is kind of rare this time of year, so we actually got to spend some time outside. We went to my mom's for an early Easter dinner on Saturday and got to see my brother and his family. I brought crockpot macaroni and cheese, which was pretty yummy. Today after church we went to the Keeter Center for a wonderful brunch with my parents and we got to spend time outside today having fun with the dogs. It really was a nice family weekend. This week is full with a track meet, two academic team contests, and a computer workshop. Making meals for these busy nights is becoming quite a challenge. I did make some chicken salad to eat in my lunches all week. We are going to have to eat out on the track meet night. We'll be grilling a couple of nights because it's quick and easy. Here's this week's menu. For more menu ideas, go to orgjunkie.com.

Directions:
Wisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, and spices. Combine sauce with other ingredients in large bowl. Mix well until thoroughly combined. Transfer to an air-tight container and refrigerate for 30 minutes or more to allow flavors to meld.

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This blog is dedicated to helping those who struggle to answer the question, “What’s for dinner?” As a busy wife, mom, and elementary librarian, deciding what to make for dinner is one of my daily challenges. Menu planning has been my saving grace, so I hope that by sharing my recipes and menus, I can help others on their journey to meal-planning bliss!